Community Development Coordinator

St Vincent de Paul Society NSW; Mittagong; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Tax-free benefits (up to $15,900)

Career progression

Learning & Development

Wellbeing support

Inclusive RAP/DIAP culture

Job summary

St Vincent de Paul Society NSW invites applications for an exciting, newly created role that strengthens community connections and supports place-based, person-led practice. You will work with local teams, leaders and partner organisations to build trust and amplify community voices while shaping solutions that improve real lives.

You will join a supportive, inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and learning, committed to engaging diverse communities and delivering meaningful

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in community development.
• Experience delivering programs, events, or educational activities in community settings.
• Confidence working with individuals experiencing homelessness, trauma, mental health challenges, substance use, or long-term unemployment.
• A strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, with sound de-escalation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with capacity to manage competing priorities.
• Computer literacy and the ability to manage reporting and digital tools effectively.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and valid Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, deliver, and facilitate community outreach programs and activities that foster social inclusion and build individual and community capacity.
• Work closely with internal teams—including homelessness, housing, and health services—to create safe, inclusive, and welcoming environments.
• Strengthen local partnerships and collaborate with stakeholders to extend support networks and increase engagement.
• Assess individual needs during outreach and provide appropriate information, resources, and referrals.
• Implement strategies that promote participation and inclusivity among People We Assist (PWA).
• Set up, pack down, and manage logistics for pop-up community outreach activities.
• Maintain clear records, feedback mechanisms, and data to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Uphold workplace health and safety practices to ensure safe environments for all participants, members, volunteers, and staff.

Skills

Community development

Program delivery

Trauma-informed approach

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Collaboration

Reporting & digital tools

Driver Licence

Education

Tertiary qualifications in community development or related field

Job description

The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is a leading provider of community support services, committed to supporting people experiencing disadvantage and working towards a more just and compassionate society.

• Flexible Casual Role: Work-life balance with adaptable scheduling (occational weekend work)
• Competitive Salary: SCHADS Award LV3, hourly rates starting from $50.61 + generous tax-free packaging benefits.
• Diverse & Rewarding Role: Combine creativity, collaboration, and purpose in a role that supports real community impact.
• Supportive Culture: Join a compassionate and collaborative team that values your contributions.

Your Role

This is an exciting newly created role where you will play a key part in strengthening community connections and shaping place-based, person-led practice. You will work closely with local teams, community leaders and partner organisations to build trust, amplify community voices and support community-led solutions. This role offers a rare opportunity to influence systems change while staying grounded in real community impact. You will join a supportive, inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and learning, and is committed to working alongside communities.

Your Responsibility

• Coordinate, deliver, and facilitate community outreach programs and activities that foster social inclusion and build individual and community capacity.

• Work closely with internal teams—including homelessness, housing, and health services—to create safe, inclusive, and welcoming environments.

• Strengthen local partnerships and collaborate with stakeholders to extend support networks and increase engagement.

• Assess individual needs during outreach and provide appropriate information, resources, and referrals.

• Implement strategies that promote participation and inclusivity among People We Assist (PWA).

• Set up, pack down, and manage logistics for pop-up community outreach activities.

• Maintain clear records, feedback mechanisms, and data to support program evaluation and continuous improvement.

• Uphold workplace health and safety practices to ensure safe environments for all participants, members, volunteers, and staff.

You Will Need

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant experience in community development, social work, or community services.

• Practical experience delivering programs, events, or educational activities in community settings.

• Confidence working with individuals experiencing homelessness, trauma, mental health challenges, substance use, or long-term unemployment.

• A strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, with sound de-escalation skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.

• Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with capacity to manage competing priorities.

• Computer literacy and the ability to manage reporting and digital tools effectively.

• Physical ability to assist with outreach activity setup (e.g. tables, chairs, supplies).

• Current NSW Driver Licence and valid Working with Children Check.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and arecommitted to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found intheSociety's commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.

We offer:

• Supportive Team - Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay - Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression - Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - Training to support your professional growth.
• Wellbeing Support - EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being.
• Inclusive Culture - Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits - 5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.